Mardi Gras masks are more than just festive accessories—they carry a rich history and cultural significance. Every detail, Mardi Gras color and design tells a story, and the artists who craft ...

NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - Stepping into Royal Mask, one of the oldest Mardi Gras mask shops in the French Quarter, visitors are greeted by walls adorned with vibrant, handmade creations. Inside the ...

Opening Friday, “Mardi Gras: Unmasked” runs through March 3 in the Bryan’s library, where the winners of the annual Mardi Gras poster and umbrella-decorating contests will also be on display.

The makeup carries grave significance for the group as Brian Sims, a former Zulu king, explains: "Back in the 1900s, the rules are, you have to mask. Every organization wears a mask during Mardi Gras.